2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rendezvous | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
